Find out more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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